You know how Essay Fiesta always gives away cool prizes? You know how we give away Threadless gift certificates? Well, you have Kristen Studard to thank for that. And guess what? She’s reading at this next Essay Fiesta!

Besides being a member of Threadless’ kick-ass marketing team, Kristen is an amazingly talented improviser. She’s done shows all across the city and currently can be seen every Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the iO Theater in Felt, an improvised puppet show.

Kristen also recently just premiered her one-woman show Small Victories: An Unflattering Vanity Project. Kristen also won the second season of Impress These Apes.

So come on out and yuck it up with Kristen and the rest of our readers. Mark your calendars: Aug. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Book Cellar.